# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 11:15 am – Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for an engaging and insightful luncheon exploring how art can serve as a powerful and often overlooked charitable asset. Presented by Carolyn Bare, Founder of Trust Matters Financial, this session will demystify the complexities of gifting art and provide practical guidance for advisors and development professionals.

Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of the differences between original and editioned works, common misconceptions around value and authenticity, and the critical importance of qualified appraisals and proper documentation. The discussion will also highlight best practices for ensuring compliance while maximizing impact for both donors and organizations.

Whether you are new to art-related gifts or looking to deepen your expertise, this session offers valuable tools to help transform personal collections into meaningful legacy gifts.

Featured Speaker:
Carolyn D. Bare, MBA
CEO and Wealth Advisor
Trust Matters Financial

Thursday, April 20, 2026

Agenda:
11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Networking
12:00 - Plated Lunch begins** 
12:15 p.m. -1:00 p.m. - Presentation​ 

*Networking will begin at 11:15 a.m., with lunch service starting at 12:00 p.m. The presentation will begin promptly at 12:15 p.m.​

**A vegetarian lunch option is available; please select your preference upon registering.

(Note: Upon entering the lobby, the Royal Palm Room is back to the left)

Member RSVP: No fee
Non-Member & Guest RSVP: $45

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Featured Non-Profit Partner: St. Matthews House
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-myers/the-art-of-giving-the-gift-of-art/200029975716141
- **Event Categories**: art, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fort Myers
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
- **lat**: 26.595338
- **long**: -81.887916
- **full address**: Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art being held?
  - **A:** The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art takes place on Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 11:15 am to Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art?
  - **A:** The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art is organized by The Planned Giving Council of Lee County, Inc..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Myers, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Art of Giving: The Gift of Art sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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